News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 19 March
to Saturday 25 March 2006
BRE acquires Building Performance Group
BRE has acquired Building Performance Group (BPG), a London-based practice specialising in the whole life performance of large building projects.
News from BRE (24 March 2006)
PavePro fast, quality installation of paving slabs
Building Innovation launch the PavePro, paving slab support system: a high density polyethylene slab support, which is weather resistant and compatible with most roofing materials.
News from Building Innovation (24 March 2006)
UK first think laboratory goes live in Salford
Totty Building Services has successfully completed a unique project with the University of Salford to create the UK's very first Think Laboratory.
News from ISG Totty (24 March 2006)
FMB 'disappointed' by Budget
Technical Background Article The Federation of Master Builders says that small construction firms up and down the country will be disappointed with the Chancellor's tenth Budget.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) (24 March 2006)
Stabilus rigid locking BLOC-O-LIFT gas spring
Providing safe, reliable position adjustment, Stabilus introduces the rigid locking BLOC-O-LIFT gas spring.
News from Stabilus (24 March 2006)
Arresting design from Euroclad
User Application Article Dynamic curves in a single span roof from Euroclad are vital part of the brand new Gloucestershire Constabulary County Police Headquarters. Brochure Available
News from Euroclad (24 March 2006)
Vent-Axia Viking FP and XP Air Handling Range
Adding to the already successful range of belt and direct driven Air Handling Units, Vent-Axia has launched its new modular Viking FP and XP Air Handling Range for commercial applications.
News from Vent-Axia (24 March 2006)
DM Hall strengthens Property Management Team
DM Hall appoints Robin Brydon to strengthen the Property Management Team.
News from DM Hall (24 March 2006)
Innovations in safe home power control from Cudis
Cudis, the domestic power division of Rowe Hankins Components, make their debut at Electrex 2006.
News from Cudis (24 March 2006)
Even cold air is full of energy with Dimplex
Dimplex launch new range of air-to-water heat pumps, suitable for both the domestic and commercial sectors. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (24 March 2006)
Ibstock Brick at National Trust historic site
Ibstock Bricks unite new National Trust building's historic site with sustainable future.
News from Ibstock Brick (24 March 2006)
Promoting nuclear decommissioning good practice
Technical Background Article New forum promotes nuclear decommissioning good practice Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (24 March 2006)
Kaba Door Systems installation at University
User Application Article Kaba Door Systems has completed an installation at the University of London to improve security for students.
News from Kaba Door Systems (24 March 2006)
Euroclad opens doors to contractor training
Euroclad, one of the UK's largest manufacturers of metal building systems, has opened the doors of its newly equipped Training Centre. Brochure Available
News from Euroclad (24 March 2006)
Marshalls paves the way to better training
Cortexa's eLearning programme incorporates three modules including an Introduction to the Marshalls product range, detailing its landscaping products for the garden and driveway.
News from Cortexa (24 March 2006)
The Learning Business constructs bright new image
Cortexa, now clearly divisible into three distinct areas: Cortexa e-learning, Cortexa consulting and Cortexa web development.
News from Cortexa (24 March 2006)
Masonry restraint system from Wincro
Wincro Metal Industries has introduced a masonry restraint system for use with steel channel studwork.
News from Wincro Metal Industries (24 March 2006)
Overall success for Palgrave Brown
Palgrave Brown wins at Taylor Woodrow annual Supplier Awards
News from Palgrave Brown (24 March 2006)
Vi-Lok ensures no more loose Channel Nuts
Hazard of Channel Nuts shaking loose due to vibration and movement can now be eliminated with Vi-Lok Channel Nuts.
News from Web Products (24 March 2006)
New plant inspires 50% turnover leap for Glass UK
Glass UK is a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of not only oversize glazing, but also other new product lines that fall into its TRICS category (Technically Robust Innovative Clever Solutions).
News from Glass UK (24 March 2006)
Cardinal Place has Simmtronic lighting controls
User Application Article Simmtronic SPECS3 fully addressable digital lighting controls were chosen for Land Securities Cardinal Place in London.
News from Simmtronic (24 March 2006)
Government drip-feed for solar
Technical Background Article Solarcentury puts Government's latest drip-feed for solar in context.
News from Solarcentury (24 March 2006)
GDS innovative e-signage range
Global Display Solutions has been granted community trademark registration for its innovative e-signage range
News from GDS (24 March 2006)
Gutterline 1000 metre sprint to stop leaks
User Application Article H D Sharman custom-made eleven liners on a single joint-free roll enabling them to be simply drawnout along a length of 98 metre gutters and fixed in position.
News from H D Sharman (24 March 2006)
Notifier by Honeywell for full fire protection
User Application Article Notifier by Honeywell provides full fire protection for De La Warr Pavilion.
News from Notifier Fire Systems (24 March 2006)
Unico helps for warm weekend getaways
The combination of Unico Air Handlers and radiant floor heating means room by room temperature control. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (24 March 2006)
Jackson construction 'launches' new school
User Application Article Jackson Construction has reached a milestone in its £3.8 million project to build a new home for Ipswich Preparatory School.
News from ISG Jackson (24 March 2006)
J and M Murdoch rides high on Renault
Glasgow based waste transport and disposal company, J and M Murdoch, has taken delivery of the first 4x2, 18 tonne, Renault Kerax in the UK.
News from Renault Trucks UK (24 March 2006)
PowerCAD SiteMaster software
GiveMePower Software helps new breed of consultant tackle soaring demand for digital floor plans and inspection drawings for 66 billion square foot capital facilities market.
News from GiveMePower Corporation (24 March 2006)
Super Spacer brings new custom for Clayton Glass
User Application Article Since choosing Edgetech's Super Spacer, Clayton Glass has attracted new customers specifically looking for units with warm edge technology.
News from Edgetech (24 March 2006)
Unico System helps New York funeralhome
User Application Article New York funeralhome replaced the gas-fired furnace, and boiler with a five-ton Unico Chilled Water Heating System that could both heat and cool the funeral home, with one system. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (24 March 2006)
Unico System compliments southwestern splendor
Unico air handlers and coils provide total indoor comfort throughout the desert 's hot days and cold nights. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (24 March 2006)
Unico warms a Midwest Bed and Breakfast
User Application Article 4 ton air handling system and trunkline installed in the attic and supply lines run to the second floor ceilings, providing comfort to all of the guestrooms, baths and the central hallway. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (24 March 2006)
Sustaining the green theme
User Application Article South West Eco-Homes is celebrating the completion of its new 'green' show home at Great Bow Yard in Langport.
News from Ecos Trust (24 March 2006)
SFS fixings help Arkoni make an entrance
User Application Article Arkoni has created a stylish exterior glass canopy from the architect's concepts for a prestigious new Sheffield hotel, using an advanced fixing system from SFS intec.
News from SFS intec (24 March 2006)
Unico System provides comfort for Church
User Application Article Two Unico System 5-ton air handlers were installed in the large chancellery and a 3-ton air handler in the smaller nave area. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (24 March 2006)
College solves climate problems with Unico System
User Application Article Assured about the Unico System's super-quiet air delivery the college administrators installed 11 Unico System five-ton air handlers in conjunction with York condensing units. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (24 March 2006)
Platform-mounted 4-ton Unico System
User Application Article Company installs platform-mounted 4-ton Unico System air handler and chilled water coil in conjunction with a chiller. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (24 March 2006)
Automated large-scale meter monitoring network
User Application Article Coronis and CMC Ekocon have announced their partnership in the first large-scale automatic metering network in Eastern Europe.
News from Coronis Systems (24 March 2006)
New vertical chemical pumps from AxFlow
AxFlow UK has launched a new series of vertical centrifugal chemical pumps manufactured from plastic for enhanced resistance to aggressive liquids.
News from AxFlow (23 March 2006)
Free training for construction companies
Building Essential Skills is offering free training for construction companies in the East of England.
News from Building Essential Skills (23 March 2006)
CAB Conference Rules
The Council for Aluminum in Building announce the first technical conference to be run by the association.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) (23 March 2006)
Quotatis effective pay-as-you-go lead system
Quotatis's effective pay-as-you-go system will text, email or fax the requested amount of qualified leads in the preferred regional area without a join up fee or contract.
News from Quotatis (23 March 2006)
Scottish Building appoints new office bearers
A time of change for construction as Scottish Building appoints new office bearers.
News from Scottish Building Federation (23 March 2006)
HSE warns of dangers of powered rolling doors
Technical Background Article HSE has issued an information document to the owners of vertically opening powered rolling doors following a number of serious and fatal accidents to children riding on these doors.
News from Health and Safety Executive (23 March 2006)
HSE caution over 'retractable type fall arresters'
Technical Background Article HSE reminded industry of the dangers of misusing retractable type fall arresters - sometimes referred to as 'inertia blocks' - following the interim findings of a research project commissioned by HSE.
News from Health and Safety Executive (23 March 2006)
US City of St Petersburg adopts InfoNet software
User Application Article St Petersburg has purchased InfoNet, Wallingford Software's asset and data management system for water network.
News from Wallingford Software (23 March 2006)
Inventor to support construction innovation
BRE and clockwork radio inventor, Trevor Baylis Brands plc, have joined forces to bring innovative ideas to the construction and building management Industries.
News from BRE (23 March 2006)
Polysafe Ultima at work in Gary Rhodes kitchen
User Application Article Polysafe Ultima, the super-tough sheet vinyl safety flooring from commercial flooring specialists Polyflor , has been installed in the kitchens at Rhodes 24, top chef Gary Rhodes' glamorous new home.
News from Polyflor (23 March 2006)
Decision-making in construction organisations
Technical Background Article Fear of failure and suspicion obstruct decision-making in construction organisations, according to the results of surveys by the Chartered Management Institute.
News from Chartered Management Institute (23 March 2006)
Zetes Announce 2005 Results
2005 was marked by a high level of growth in sales: +38.4% compared to 2004.
News from Zetes (23 March 2006)
Seamless performance at local theatre
User Application Article Liquid Plastics and W.H.Coatings have recently refurbished the roof of a local theatre in North Wales with a cold applied and seamless inverted roof system manufactured by Liquid Plastics.
News from Liquid Plastics (23 March 2006)
Digiscans launch large format scanning service
Digiscans launches its large format scanning service to all sectors of the building industry nationwide.
News from Digiscans (23 March 2006)
Castle cement commits to Scotland
Castle Cement is to boost its service to Scottish customers by opening a new distribution facility in Bellshill, North Lanarkshire.
News from Castle Cement (23 March 2006)
Magnet Trade customers free world cup wall chart
Every Magnet Trade customer can claim a free world cup wall chart to keep track of England's progress throughout the tournament.
News from Magnet Trade (23 March 2006)
Top quality lawn in shortest time possible
Turfshop is the only site which offers such a comprehensive range of lawn-specific products online.
News from Tillers Turf (22 March 2006)
Leading Consultancy at ET 2006
STATS will use this year's ET event at the NEC as an opportunity to promote the consultancy's new Environmental and Geotechnical services.
News from STATS (22 March 2006)
1,000th worker welcomed to Fort Dunlop
With Fort Dunlop's phased opening just round the corner, award-winning property developer, Urban Splash, welcomed the 1,000th construction worker to the former tyre factory and future commercial site.
News from Urban Splash (22 March 2006)
YET increases sales with 3D PartStream.NET
User Application Article Motion control system provider efficiently competes against larger companies with downloadable 3D CAD models and 2D drawings of its products.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (22 March 2006)
CMS Acoustic Solutions acquires Wilhams
CMS Acoustic Solutions has aquired Wilhams, an independent manufacturer and supplier of acoustic, fire and thermal insulation materials.
News from CMS Acoustics (22 March 2006)
Steel for the reinforcement of concrete
BSI Business Information has just published a new revision to BS 8666:2005 Scheduling, dimensioning, bending and cutting of steel reinforcement for concrete.
News from BSI British Standards (22 March 2006)
Electric cables for internal wiring
To reflect recent developments in European cable standardization, BSI has just updated BS 6007:2006 Electric cables.
News from BSI British Standards (22 March 2006)
MPH Windows to the rescue
User Application Article Sheerframe approved fabricator MPH Windows has responded to a call from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service to replace a large section of curtain walling at their Dewsbury Fire Station.
News from L B Plastics (22 March 2006)
New ultra-slim audible device for elevators
E-Motive Display has a new compact, ultra-slim Electronic Gong for elevators with a mounting depth of less than 20mm.
News from E-Motive Display (22 March 2006)
Worcester Greenstar CDi boiler installed
User Application Article Worcester Warriors lock, Craig Gilles, is looking forward to reducing his fuel bills and carbon footprint after installing a new energy efficient boiler from Worcester in his home. Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group (22 March 2006)
Award for Promoting Acoustics to the Public
The Institute of Acoustics is inviting nominations for its 2006 Award for Promoting Acoustics to the Public. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (22 March 2006)
Sontay launches digital humidity sensors
Sontay's new RH humidity sensors incorporate specially resilient, self-calibrating digital sensing circuitry to ensure accurate and reliable performance up to 100% relative humidity.
News from Sontay (22 March 2006)
DM Hall appointed agent for Murrayfield
User Application Article DM Hall, chartered surveyors, has been appointed by Duddingston House Properties as letting agent for a secure yard area at Murrayfield, Edinburgh.
News from DM Hall (22 March 2006)
New Thermal Imager for the rest to target
With the introduction from Armstrong Optical of Northampton of the new ThermoPro TP8 the bar has been raised once again in the thermography stakes.
News from Armstrong Optical (22 March 2006)
ARP Mustang is a must for the environment
User Application Article Exeter City Council Building and Electrical Services Team (BEST) have been using ARP's environmentally friendly Mustang continuous aluminium guttering system for over 20 years.
News from Aluminium Roofline Products (ARP) (22 March 2006)
Celebrating stone
Entries are now being invited for the 13th Natural Stone Awards, organised by the Stone Federation Great Britain.
News from Stone Federation Great Britain (22 March 2006)
Richwood flooring in the limelight at interbuild
Richwood Flooring, one of the UK's leading wood flooring specialists will be debuting their exceptional range of products and services at Interbuild 2006.
News from Richwood Flooring (22 March 2006)
Timber frame - essential guide to services
TRADA Technology and BSRIA have worked together to launch a new timber frame guide entitled 'Services in Timber Frame - guidance for a defect-free interface'.
News from TRADA Technology (22 March 2006)
Durapipe perfect fit for city centre development
User Application Article Range of pipe and fittings from Durapipe UK has been specified for the new Bellway City Gate apartment complex in Castlefield, Manchester.
News from Durapipe UK (22 March 2006)
Mapei new flooring adhesives
Mapei UK has launched two new flooring adhesives. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (22 March 2006)
Mapei and Imperial College
User Application Article Mapei products were used throughout the refurbishment of the Ethos Pool, for Imperial College's South Kensington Campus Sports Centre in London. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (22 March 2006)
Mapei in Knightsbridge
User Application Article Mapei Keraquick fast-setting adhesive was used and the areas were grouted with Mapei Ultracolor fast-setting and drying grout on a project in Knightsbridge, London Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (22 March 2006)
Bentley acquires Logos
Bentley System has acquired Logos BV, an international provider of the isometric software tools PlantSpace Isometrics.
News from Bentley Systems (22 March 2006)
Extreme Bond Adhesive Tape from Adchem
Adchem Corporation offers Extreme Bond Adhesive Tape (EBT) for a variety of applications including architectural signage, windows and doors, and construction.
News from Adchem Corporation (22 March 2006)
EC Harris project manage new millennium community
User Application Article EC Harris' Nottingham team has been selected to manage one of the seven millennium communities being promoted by the ODPM and English Partnerships.
News from EC Harris (22 March 2006)
Autodesk Buzzsaw helps halve design time
User Application Article Autodesk Buzzsaw helps halve design time on CFE's Care Home Project Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (22 March 2006)
Wider range of 'Insulex' products
Wider high performance range of 'Insulex' facings is now available from BSK Materials.
News from BSK Materials (22 March 2006)
LoggerHead Tools receives highest honors
LoggerHead Tools has received the highest possible honors in two international product design competitions: the Red Dot award and the iF product design award.
News from LoggerHead Tools (22 March 2006)
Non-combustible means less smoke and less risk
Eurobond composite cladding have a non-combustible Rockwool core and if ever exposed to fire there is little chance of ignition and burning and therefore minimal risk of damaging smoke.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Smoke Kills and Smoke Destroys
Eurobond composite panel solutions deliver all the benefits with less risk of smoke and fire.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Europanel Case Study: Begbroke Science Park
User Application Article Begbroke Science Park, Oxford - such academic research facilities demand a high performance yet cost effective external envelope which is why Eurobond's Europanel were key.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Premier System Case Study
User Application Article Chelsea Building Society, Cheltenham: Eurobond's success in winning the cladding specification was due to their ability to produce a good value solution together with small module sizes.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Europanel Case Study
User Application Article The Sacred Heart Secondary School and Boldon School - Europanel Case Study
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Rockspan Case Study
Eurobond supplied over 20,000sqm of cladding for two giant printing works for News International in Scotland and Liverpool.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Europanel Case Study
Eurobond and Euroclad's involvement in the cladding and roofing of Celtic Springs Business Park development in Newport went far beyond simple product supply.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Europanel Case Study: Royal Highland Centre
User Application Article The choice of Europanels for the cladding at the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh, was influenced by the concerns of Building Control Officers.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Premier System Case Study
Eurobond cladding panels are widely used in the UK's rolling programme of hospital and healthcare work, both for newbuild and for refurbishment projects.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Europanel Case Study: South Devon Tennis Centre
User Application Article The choice of Eurobond cladding was determined by a desire for high performance non-combustibility coupled with aesthetically pleasing but cost effective panels.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
New HQ for Reed Print and Design
Europanel Case Study: Research showed that Europanels were ideal because they fulfilled the brief precisely.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Healthy cladding from Eurobond
Eurobond cladding panels are playing a major role in the UK's rolling programme of hospital and healthcare new build and refurbishment.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
New coloured cladding from Eurobond
Eurobond external cladding panels are now available finished in Colorcoat Prisma.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Eurobond panels specified by ASDA architects
User Application Article Eurobond's panels were specified by ASDA architects because of their physical performance, exceptional flatness and erection time.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Are you as non-combustible as you think?
Eurobond's wall panels are manufactured with a non-combustible Rockwool core.
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
Eurobond - delivering low risk building solutions
All Eurobond panels have a Rockwool non-combustible core that offers high performance passive fire protection
News from Eurobond Laminates (22 March 2006)
SMGlobal get Microsoft ISV Competency
SMGlobal has earned the ISV/Software Solutions Competency from Microsoft for its FastMaint CMMS maintenance management software program.
News from SMGlobal (22 March 2006)
Freedom Tower start delayed
Technical Background Article Freedom Tower start delayed pending revised financial deal with developer.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (22 March 2006)
Centre Point ringed with construction sites
Technical Background Article Centre Point ringed with construction sites when work starts on building Crossrail
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (22 March 2006)
Tall Buildings Council names worldwide tallest ten
Technical Background Article Shimao International Plaza, Shanghai (333 m) heads the list as the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat names ten buildings as the world's tallest completed and occupied in 2005.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (22 March 2006)
Gradus helps modernise Anglia Ruskin University
User Application Article Gradus matting and flooring accessories have been specified for Anglia Ruskin University as part of a refurbishment project within the Cambridge Campus.
News from Gradus Group (22 March 2006)
The Surface Design Show comes of age
Now in its third year, The Surface Design Show, proved a huge success.
News from Surface Design Show (22 March 2006)
Third party accreditation for Hodgson HP500 GCA
Hodgson Sealants HP500 GCA Butyl Strip Sealant has successfully completed a third party accredited test regime resulting in a Class A performance classification.
News from Hodgson Sealants (22 March 2006)
Next port of call for corroding structures
Technical Background Article CIRIA's new guidance Management of accelerated low water corrosion in steel maritime structures (C634) provides a comprehensive guide to the phenomenon of ALWC and its management. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (22 March 2006)
Norbain CCTV equipment for Nottingham nursery
User Application Article Applegarth Day Nursery, is the first in the region to have connected its CCTV cameras to the Internet to enable customers to log in via a secure Internet connection.
News from Norbain SD (22 March 2006)
MZ Series of safe and reliable warehouse elevators
Beta Max MZ Series of safe and reliable warehouse elevators are ideal for shops, warehouses and production plants.
News from Beta Max Hoist (22 March 2006)
Scaff-Trac simple, flexible hoist mounting
Beta Max's Scaff-Trac provides frame scaffold users with simple, flexible hoist mounting.
News from Beta Max Hoist (22 March 2006)
Beta Max offers complete portable lifting solution
Gemini Plus portable hoist, the Scaff-Trac mounting option, and the Equipment Basket, an extremely useful lifting solution for the plant maintenance and construction industries.
News from Beta Max Hoist (22 March 2006)
Synseal is number one at Glassex
Synseal, market leader in windows and conservatories, has announced another fantastic show at Glassex.
News from Synseal (22 March 2006)
Ascom launches a new personal alarm transmitter
Ascom Wireless Solutions have introduced a compact new wireless based personal alarm transmitter with four alarm type functionality and incident location capability.
News from Ascom Wireless Solutions (22 March 2006)
Marley Eternit weatherboard success
User Application Article Fibre cement Weatherboard from Marley Eternit has helped give Redrow Homes a head start in meeting the Government's demand for more affordable housing. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (22 March 2006)
Paxton Access Net2AIR hands free access control
Paxton Access launches Net2AIR hands free access control at IFSEC 06
News from Paxton Access (22 March 2006)
AFI launches Pipe Stand
AFI Aerial Platforms is now providing a number of scissor lifts which feature a specially-adapted stand for holding pipes.
News from AFI Aerial Platforms (22 March 2006)
AFI in drive to cut suspension trauma risks
AFI Aerial Platforms is making a new Suspension Trauma Safety Strap available to all its customers to cut the risk of trauma injuries.
News from AFI Aerial Platforms (22 March 2006)
Extech instruments new industrial multimeters
Extech Instruments announces new 500 series of industrial multimeters.
News from Extech Instruments (22 March 2006)
SES appoints new regional accountant
Leading building services provider SES announce the appointment of Phil Smith as Regional Accountant to the Company's Central region.
News from SES Shepherd Engineering Services (22 March 2006)
TPS appoints new managing director
TPS, the design and project management division of Carillion Business Services, has appointed Shaun Carter as managing director.
News from TPS (21 March 2006)
Safe and Sustainable Awareness Day in Exeter
Devon will be breaking new ground when it hosts a first of its kind event for the county's construction industry early next month.
News from Devon Sustainable Building Initiative (DSBI) (21 March 2006)
Thai Supply for hardwood furniture
Thai Supply manufacture modern,sleek and stylishly designed furniture.
News from Thai Supply (21 March 2006)
Keep outdoor areas warm with Helios Patio Heaters
Helios patio heaters from Scott Brothers produce the powerful and dependable heat needed to keep smokers satisfyingly warm outside.
News from Scott Brothers (21 March 2006)
Moxa IMC-21 entry-level media converter
Moxa recently launched a new series of entry-level Industrial Media Converters.
News from Moxa Technologies (21 March 2006)
Book review: the building services bible
Whole-life economics of building services deals in depth with the strategic design and specification of every conventional building service.
News from TPS (21 March 2006)
Profitmaker profits from Glassex 2006
Newest addition to the Profitmaker suite of software, Profitmaker Retail, was launched with great success at Glassex 2006.
News from ProfitMaker (21 March 2006)
Videx unveiling new technology at IFSEC 2006.
Videx Security, the market leader in door entry and access control systems, is unveiling new, innovative technology at IFSEC 2006. Brochure Available
News from Videx Security (21 March 2006)
Jackson improves access at Ipswich Town
User Application Article Jackson Building Services is nearing the completion of a contract to upgrade Ipswich Town Hall, introducing a range of measures to enhance accessibility within the building.
News from ISG Jackson (21 March 2006)
Top marks for Celutex
User Application Article Celuform's Celutex 'wood effect' shiplap cladding has been voted top of the class at West Lea Primary School in County Durham.
News from Celuform (21 March 2006)
SoundPAC: the sound of silence
Control noise problems associated with heating, ventilation or air conditioning ductwork with SoundPAC from Hotchkiss Air Supply.
News from Hotchkiss Air Supply (21 March 2006)
Major Irish distributor plans growth with Sape
Sapa Building Systems has announced that it is to join forces with major Irish distributor Profile Systems in what is a strategically important distribution agreement.
News from Sapa Building Systems (21 March 2006)
Smith group provide complete MandE package
Synergy of the Group's divisions allows the Company to amalgamate its sills and experience to provide a complete MandE package.
News from Smith Group (21 March 2006)
Technosoft universal drive solution
Technosoft has developed a family of intelligent, universal drives, based on customer requirements.
News from Technosoft (21 March 2006)
Ex-Or energy saving products and systems soar
Lighting management leader Ex-Or has seen a huge increase in sales of its energy saving products and systems around the world as energy costs continue to soar.
News from Ex-Or (21 March 2006)
Brighton University buy 15 units of Leica Builder
User Application Article The total stations will be used for teaching on the Civil Engineering and Built Environment degree courses currently being run by the University.
News from Leica Geosystems (21 March 2006)
Streamline intensifier highlighted at Mach 2006
KMT Waterjet Systems will be highlighting its Streamline series of waterjet intensifiers at MACH 2006.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems (21 March 2006)
Spa launches lightweight Aeropanel.
New Aeropanel panelling has all the benefits of mdf but is much lighter, providing a real breakthrough for designers, architects, builders and shopfitters.
News from Spa Laminates (21 March 2006)
Rob Attwater joins the frameCHECK team
Rob Attwater has joined frameCHECK, the specialist on-site timber frame consultancy arm of TRADA Technology, as Timber Frame Consultant.
News from TRADA Technology (21 March 2006)
Worcester gets installers oil-fired up
Installers will have the chance to view the most extensive range of oil-fired boilers in the UK as Worcester, part of the Bosch Group, takes to the road. Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group (21 March 2006)
Alumasc scores double success in FRA Awards
Four innovative projects using Alumasc high performance roofing solutions have won first and second prizes at the 2006 Flat Roofing Alliance Awards. Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products (21 March 2006)
Palgrave Brown acquires South Ribble Timber
Palgrave Brown, the UK's leading timber engineering company, is on the expansion trail again with the acquisition of the South Ribble Timber business from Carvers Building Supplies.
News from Palgrave Brown (21 March 2006)
A lesson in safe play from Ian Williams
User Application Article Ian Williams is at the forefront of providing services to the built environment with particular expertise in the education, commercial, and social housing sectors.
News from Ian Williams (21 March 2006)
Fire damage repaired by Ian Williams Group
User Application Article School governors and staff were pleased with the project at Kingshill School where Ian Williams Group repaired damage suffered after an arson attack.
News from Ian Williams (21 March 2006)
Quicker and easier structural steel fastening
SFS intec have revolutionised the tedious job of bolting together structural steel, such as profiled steel purlins, with the new SFS intec TDBL self tapping and centring screw fastener.
News from SFS intec (21 March 2006)
Climate change is greatest challenge
Technical Background Article Sustainable development policy sees climate change as greatest challenge
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (21 March 2006)
2m homes and businesses at risk from flooding
Technical Background Article BRE working on innovative design and build approach for flood risk areas
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (21 March 2006)
Design for Manufacture homes at Building Centre
Technical Background Article Ground-breaking home designs in the Design for Manufacture competition is to be held at The Building Centre in London this summer.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (21 March 2006)
Home Information Packs timeline published
Technical Background Article Key milestones for introduction of the Home Information Pack programmes have been published by the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (21 March 2006)
Building Regulations to promote energy efficiency
Technical Background Article Revised building regulations that increase energy efficiency standards for new buildings have been laid in Parliament.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (21 March 2006)
New wage agreement for SME builders
Technical Background Article BATJIC have reached agreement on increases to wage rates following a detailed submission from the Union side.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) (21 March 2006)
Durapipe perfect fit for city centre development
User Application Article Range of pipe and fittings from Durapipe UK has been specified for the new Bellway City Gate apartment complex in Castlefield, Manchester.
News from Durapipe UK (21 March 2006)
Sekura new fire rated fibreglass composite doors
Castle Range of fibreglass composite doors have been tested to BS 476 Part 22:1987 and have met and exceeded the test requirements for 30 minutes fire resisting doorsets.
News from Sekura Group (21 March 2006)
Solar thermal and photovoltaic rooftiles launched
Solarcentury launch world's first solar thermal and photovoltaic rooftiles at Interbuild 2006 following DTI recognition.
News from Solarcentury (21 March 2006)
Low carbon building products on show at Interbuild
Technical Background Article Solarcentury will be presenting on "Microgeneration in the Built Environment, achieving Part L and 'The Merton Rule' planning requirement" at Interbuild
News from Solarcentury (21 March 2006)
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